06 Nov 1909
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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1909
Page
1
Report from Seiemouth on a warship during a 44 knot endurance run. Four boilers cut off left four men badly scorched. Injured sailors Willan, Souden, and Peter McCon reportedly in danger but likely to recover. Ship maintained high speed as repairs and coordination continued, with emphasis on readiness and upcoming contract milestones.
A fragmentary report suggests opposition plans a resolution in the upper chamber to press electors to accept the finance measure until its purposes are secured. The piece notes anticipated support from a majority of members of the Lords forming a political stance.
A former judge faced a $500 penalty in a United States district court matter described as an embezzlement or misappropriation case. The proceedings involved a due process challenge and related actions before the court, with references to legal representatives and parties in the case.
Adolph Moskavits received a prison term for contempt after signals linked to a secret society were detected in court. The judge ordered confinement pending a secret order aimed at making an example of Moskowitz, while the jury had found in his favor earlier.
President Taft's Savannah stop was marked by a cannon salute accident injuring two men one losing an arm and the other an eye as Taft witnessed from a revenue cutter. The incident occurred while crews prepared a second charge, sending a ramrod across the deck and into the river.
An unreadable advertisement fragment mentions fares to Baltimore and routes via Baltimore and Ship RR, plus references to trains on Saturday and Sunday. It includes stray phrases about a business office, post, and a colored puzzle note tied to an address on G Street and Tully Feitania avenue.
Government anxious for compromise as Secretary Birrell introduces motion to treat amendments to the Irish land bill as a whole. Birrell seeks harmony with the Lords. motion carried 22% to BB with a committee to draft reasons for disagreement after Lords amendment rejection 29 to 64.
Miss Gertrude Jordan aged 18 was elected county treasurer of Cherry County Nebraska. Previously a deputy in the office she faced questions about a woman’s eligibility but Attorney General Thomson ruled there is no obstacle to her serving as treasurer.
Robert Kennedy, a Paris-born financier who died Sunday, left more than 25 million dollars to religious charitable and educational institutions. Major beneficiaries include the Presbyterian boards, Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York Public Library, and Columbia University, with substantial sums to Robert College Constantinople and numerous smaller gifts to colleges and charities nationwide. The will also provides for the widow, nephews, and many employees, with about 35 million to go to relatives and friends.
Brown University story class of 24 juniors and seniors could not supply full names of the U S president a Supreme Court justice the Rhode Island governor a Rhode Island justice or the Providence mayor in a test inspired by Maryland’s constitutional amendment effort eighteen named the president’s full name. two knew only his last name. No one gave the full name of a Supreme Court justice. Seventeen answered partly correct seven failed to give even a last name.
Dispatches from Belgrade report Bishop Nikador of Nesh Serva to be tried for high treason over an alleged fortunate dream in which he saw a revolt in Belgrade, the deposition of King Peter, and the crowning of Crown Prince George. The vision prompted official action as it circulated among friends and reached government ears. The cabinet, led by King Peter, viewed it as propaganda for Prince George and ordered prosecution of the dreamer.
In Maryland the district attorney urged Justice Gould to impose maximum penalties after Ford, a colored man, pleaded not guilty to robbery and assault. Several defendants received five to six year sentences, with some beyond appeal, while embezzlement and wife-razor cases drew suspensions and warnings. A special train to Metropolitan theater was announced for Baltimore, leaving Union Station.
British Minister Jot Gan objects to China’s suppression of the opium traffic while noting the antiopium movement undermines the 1970s British Chinese agreement. He claims opium imports from India decline faster than planned, raising concern over China’s payment for opium and continued usage.
The state rewards total 315,000 for the Willie Whitla abduction case. Attorney General Todd announces allotments to Patrick O Rely and William Hunley of Cleveland, and others from Mercer and Sharon. The Cleveland Police Pension Fund receives 5,900, with total disbursements listed at 46,000.
The Washington Post reports Mrs Augusta L. Stetson, long the leader of New York's First Church of Christ Scientist, faced a second admonition and possible excommunication after revocation of her teaching license. Directors in Boston alleged she aimed to dominate the Christian Science movement, planning to oversee practitioners from her home and influence church leadership.
New York November 6 reports say papers in the Astor divorce suit were finished and given to counsel. A judge reportedly favored Mrs Astor on custody of Aloe 7 while Col Astor may retain custody of son William Vincent 17. The decree will be announced in court. Also, Col John Jacob Astor and party sailed from Kingston Jamaica aboard the steam yacht Nourminhal for Porto Rico.
The fragmentary text mentions Baltimore and Obie A. Be For a eimnee Bares and relates to a race or streetcar service at Camden, Royal Station, and Phulico track. It appears to describe a dated schedule or promo for attendees and transportation options.
Prisoner Mme Steinheil endures a brutal two day exam by Judge de Valles in the court of the assizes. She pleads for justice to a skeptical jury and declares she hid jewels to protect her daughter and mother’s secret life. The judge presses, and the tense session adjourns as police are questioned about her behavior after the murders.
Special to The Washington Post Annapolis November 5 midshipmen rebuked Lieut Wallace Bertholt head of discipline by a silent breakfast demonstration. The silent treatment occurred during a meal with the officer in charge present. The reason for the rebuke remains unclear though it reflects broader tensions with Capt Bowyer’s strict discipline.
An American man in Montmartre cafe shot himself as the orchestra played When Love Dies. Witnesses say he asked seven times for the waltz before firing, ending a dramatic death in the Paris music hall.
In Greenville North Carolina three men were injured and two died when a car driven by Flannagan lost control and crashed into a tree. Pleming state senator from Pitt county and Harry Skinner Jr. son of U S District Attorney Harry Skinner Wilmington were killed. Companion Wooten and others were severely injured.
Special to The Washington Fook New York reports that ex-President Castro was thwarted in a plot to reclaim power in Venezuela. Conspirators, including some of Gomezs lieutenants, planned rifles and cannon hidden in bold locations and provisions for a large army. Castro is concealing in Spain while Venezuelan agents arrest the ring. A Caracas meeting triggered a raid order and brief suppression of the arrest news. A separate Jamaica note mentions a Santo Domingo Junta sending a sloop with revolutionary leaders toward Haiti.
A legislative committee uncovers widespread brutal lashings of inmates at a Texas prison, detailing over 400 authenticated cases of corporal punishment. Witnesses fear testifying as guards’ brutality is linked to deaths from disease and pneumonia, with inmates describing severe injuries and coercive abuse.
John Bull locomotive engineer Tatem Parsons died yesterday at an estimated age of years. He was the oldest live engineer in the county and had long served the famed John Bull, once driven by him and now preserved in the National Museum in Washington. Parsons was renowned for his hands on knowledge and ability to examine locomotives, often climbing over the machinery to inspect details. His death marks the end of a era linked to the John Bull and its storied history.
In Dumfries VA an altercation at RA Waters store led to Robert Melruer being shot by his brother JH Metnuer. Meinguier later procured a sum and fired at JOH Weiner’s dwelling before deputies arrested him. he remained employed at the time of arrest.
William Bawards allegedly shot Munson after a quarrel at a Montheley border pump station. Munson died instantly. Edwards crossed into Kentucky. A posse led by Munson's father pursued the suspect, who remained at large tonight.
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